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The House of Bulger

The House of Bulger

2003
Comedy
138 min NR Australia
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Conceived by and starring Shane Crawford, The House of Bulger chronicles the incident-packed life of former country football star Hank Bulger who now runs major fashion empire.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Starring
Shane Crawford / Sam Newman / Billy Brownless / Garry Lyon / Nikki McCarthy / Roland Rocchiccioli / Renee Henderson / Ian 'Molly' Meldrum

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Reviews

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Penelope Hayes
May 9, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'The House of Bulger' is a surprisingly engaging character study, driven by Shane Crawford's spirited portrayal of Hank Bulger. Crawford, who also conceived the film, successfully navigates the transition from football legend to fashion mogul, imbuing Bulger with…

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Julian Thorne
May 9, 2026
2.0 / 5
2.0

The concept behind 'The House of Bulger' is undeniably interesting: a former sporting hero conquering the fashion world. Shane Crawford, who conceived and stars in the film, gives it his all as Hank Bulger. Yet, the film struggles…

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Isobel Davies
May 9, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

In 'The House of Bulger,' Shane Crawford takes on the ambitious task of portraying Hank Bulger, a former football star turned fashion magnate. Crawford brings a surprising depth to the role, capturing the complexities of a man navigating…

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Marcus Bellwether
May 9, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

'The House of Bulger' attempts a sprawling narrative about ambition and reinvention, anchored by Shane Crawford's central performance. Crawford embodies Hank Bulger, a man who conquers both the football field and the fashion world. However, the film often…

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Eleanor Vance
May 9, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

Shane Crawford steps out from the sporting arena to lead 'The House of Bulger,' a film charting the ambitious rise of Hank Bulger from country football to fashion empire. Crawford's performance is earnest, though at times it feels…

FAQs

Shane Crawford's dual role as the conceiver and star of 'The House of Bulger' is central to the film's identity. As a prominent figure in Australian sports, his transition into portraying a character who also moves from a sporting career to a different domain offers a layer of meta-commentary. His performance and creative input would shape the film's authenticity and its exploration of themes related to ambition, reinvention, and public life.